Ruff times in Buffalo

‘So far, through 57 games, the Sabres haven’t been prepared many nights against the supposedly weaker foes. Players can speak about those teams with harsh experiences fresh in their minds. Buffalo has 12 losses (10-8-4 overall) to the clubs ranked ninth through 15th in the conference, including three straight following Sunday’s 3-0 debacle to the Carolina Hurricanes at HSBC Arena.’